Classic Texas Sheet Cake

Vegetarian
Popular
Health score
1%
Classic Texas Sheet Cake
60 min.
16
447kcal

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Indulge in the rich, decadent flavors of Classic Texas Sheet Cake, a beloved dessert that has captured the hearts of many. This delightful cake is perfect for gatherings, celebrations, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth. With its moist texture and luscious chocolate frosting, it’s no wonder this cake is a staple at potlucks and family reunions across the Lone Star State and beyond.

What sets this Texas Sheet Cake apart is its simplicity and the ease with which it can be prepared. In just 60 minutes, you can whip up a generous batch that serves 16 people, making it an ideal choice for feeding a crowd. The combination of all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and rich cocoa creates a cake that is both fluffy and flavorful, while the addition of buttermilk adds a delightful tang that balances the sweetness.

The crowning glory of this cake is its velvety chocolate frosting, made with butter, cocoa, and powdered sugar, which is poured over the warm cake for a melt-in-your-mouth experience. Topped with crunchy chopped pecans, this dessert is a true celebration of flavors and textures. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this Classic Texas Sheet Cake is sure to impress and become a cherished recipe in your collection.

Ingredients

  • cups flour all-purpose
  • cups granulated sugar 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • cup butter 
  • cup water 
  • tablespoons cocoa powder unsweetened
  • 0.5 cup buttermilk 
  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • teaspoon vanilla 
  •  eggs slightly beaten
  • 0.5 cup butter 
  • tablespoons cocoa powder unsweetened
  • tablespoons milk 
  • 2.5 cups powdered sugar 
  • teaspoon vanilla 
  • cup pecans chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • baking pan
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 325°F. Spray 15x10x1-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
  2. In large bowl, stir together flour, granulated sugar and salt; set aside.
  3. In 2-quart saucepan, heat 1 cup butter, the water and 3 tablespoons baking cocoa to boiling.
  4. Remove from heat.
  5. Pour over flour mixture in bowl; stir until well mixed.
  6. Add buttermilk, baking soda, 1 teaspoon vanilla and the eggs; stir until well blended.
  7. Pour into pan, spreading evenly.
  8. Bake 22 to 25 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  9. Meanwhile, in another 2-quart saucepan, heat 1/2 cup butter, 3 tablespoons baking cocoa and the milk to simmering.
  10. Remove from heat. Beat in powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla with whisk until smooth. Stir in pecans.
  11. Pour frosting over hot cake. Cool completely before cutting, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts

Calories447kcal
Protein3.39%
Fat46.05%
Carbs50.56%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.26
Glycemic Load
26.33
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
6.3856521728246%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.73mg
Delphinidin
0.5mg
Catechin
1.71mg
Epigallocatechin
0.38mg
Epicatechin
3.74mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.16mg
Quercetin
0.19mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:447.33kcal
22.37%
Fat:23.61g
36.32%
Saturated Fat:11.95g
74.72%
Carbohydrates:58.31g
19.44%
Net Carbohydrates:56.54g
20.56%
Sugar:44.37g
49.3%
Cholesterol:67.71mg
22.57%
Sodium:261.51mg
11.37%
Alcohol:0.17g
100%
Alcohol %:0.18%
100%
Caffeine:4.31mg
1.44%
Protein:3.91g
7.81%
Manganese:0.49mg
24.51%
Selenium:8.37µg
11.96%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
11.94%
Vitamin A:586.82IU
11.74%
Copper:0.19mg
9.35%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.96%
Folate:34.29µg
8.57%
Phosphorus:77.59mg
7.76%
Iron:1.29mg
7.14%
Fiber:1.77g
7.08%
Magnesium:23.76mg
5.94%
Vitamin B3:1.07mg
5.35%
Zinc:0.69mg
4.63%
Vitamin E:0.67mg
4.44%
Calcium:34.2mg
3.42%
Potassium:106.03mg
3.03%
Vitamin B5:0.29mg
2.89%
Vitamin B12:0.15µg
2.5%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.98%
Vitamin D:0.27µg
1.8%
Vitamin K:1.88µg
1.79%